Reports came out about a controversial UFC 249 waiver that relates to COVID-19. Only snippets of the document were initially made public, but it was revealed that the UFC can revoke fighter purses if they criticize the promotion’s health protocols. Follow up reports also noted that signees include not only fighters, but also all the event staff and media in attendance at UFC 249, and none of them can sue if they contract COVID-19.
Additional details from the document give a much better understanding on what exactly are the rights that have been waived, and which individuals are specifically affected and covered in the agreement.